Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
constitutional-safeguard
noun
/ˌkɒn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən.əl ˈseɪf.ɡɑːrd/
Definition
A constitutional safeguard is a provision in a constitution that is designed to protect certain rights or basic principles within a government framework.
Examples
- The right to free speech is a constitutional safeguard in many democracies.
- Judicial review acts as a constitutional safeguard against unlawful government actions.
- Many constitutions include safeguards against discrimination to protect minority groups.
Meaning
Constitutional safeguards help ensure that fundamental freedoms and rights are preserved from infringement by the government or other entities.
Synonyms
- legal protection
- constitutional protection
- guarantee
- rights protection
